Square ¼ Dirham - Anonymous ND (1238-1492) front Square ¼ Dirham - Anonymous ND (1238-1492) back
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Square ¼ Dirham - Anonymous ND

 
Silver 0.51 g -
Description
Issuer
Emirate of Granada (Al-Andalus and Ceuta)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1238-1492
Value
¼ Dirham (7⁄40)
Currency
Dinar (1232-1492)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.51 g
Size
11 mm
Shape
Square (irregular)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#126854
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Script: Arabic

Lettering:
و لا غالب
الا الله
غرناطة

Translation:
And there is no conqueror
Except God (most coins that have this phrase are from the Nasrid kingdom)
Gharnata (Granada)

Interesting fact

The Square ¼ Dirham coin from the Emirate of Granada (Al-Andalus and Ceuta) is interesting because it features a unique square shape, unlike most coins which are round in shape.